The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival stands out as one of the best sand sculpture festivals in Florida, with world-renowned sand artists entered to win the best in show with their crazy-cool sand creations.
Master sand sculptors from around the world use 1,000 tons of Clearwater Beach sand to create a museum quality sand sculpted art exhibit. The cost associated with hosting these sculptors for their month-long stay includes: sculpting fees, accommodations, daily meals, travel expenses and a 10 percent revenue share of exhibit ticket sales.